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$495,071$84 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 96How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026

5 COMMON ST

PETERSHAM, MA 01366
9
Beds
4.5
Baths
5,924 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
2.29 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1890
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
17
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$495K
$477K low$513K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,020 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$484,500 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$61,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$422,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$475,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$450,395

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.39
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
15
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
54
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
92
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
36
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Colonial
CountyWORCESTER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.29
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Petersham CenterA
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.3 mi
M
Ralph C. Mahar Regional High SchoolC
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 8.4 mi

District: Ralph C. Mahar School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01366These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.138
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.94
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.53

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.87%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.20%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.1%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.819
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.18 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$104,718
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$110,158
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.46°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.48 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.50%

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How this home compares

5 Common St measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 78% of homes in Petersham 01366
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Petersham 01366
  • Among the largest homes in Petersham 01366
  • Has a bigger lot than 85% of homes in Worcester County
  • Older than 93% of homes in Worcester County

What homes are worth in Petersham 01366

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$199K$711K

This home is worth more than 78% of homes in Petersham 01366.

How it measures up in Petersham 01366

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Petersham 01366.

Estimated value$495,071
CheaperTypical $394,780Pricier

Pricier than 78% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$84
CheaperTypical $214Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Living area5,924 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,814 ft²Bigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Lot size2.29 ac
SmallerTypical 3.64 acBigger

Bigger than 32% of homes nearby

Year built1890
OlderTypical 1968Newer

Newer than 28% of homes nearby

How 5 Common St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePetersham 01366Worcester County
Estimated valuepricier than$495,07178% of homes54% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$84almost no homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than5,924 ft²almost all homesalmost all homes
Lot sizebigger than2.29 ac32% of homes85% of homes
Year builtnewer than189028% of homes7% of homes

About 5 Common St

How much is 5 Common St, Petersham, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5 Common St, Petersham, MA is $495,071 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $476,900 to $513,242. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5 Common St, Petersham, MA last sell?

5 Common St, Petersham, MA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5 Common St, Petersham, MA?

5 Common St, Petersham, MA has 9 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms, 5,924 square feet of living space and a 2.29-acre lot.

When was 5 Common St, Petersham, MA built?

5 Common St, Petersham, MA was built in 1890, making it 136 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 3 stories.

What schools serve 5 Common St, Petersham, MA?

5 Common St, Petersham, MA is assigned to Petersham Center (elementary), rated A; Ralph C. Mahar Regional High School (middle), rated C. All sit in Ralph C. Mahar School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5 Common St, Petersham, MA compare to other homes in Petersham 01366?

Among the 552 homes in Petersham 01366, it is worth more than 78% of them ($495,071 against a typical $394,780), its price per square foot is higher than almost none of them ($84 against a typical $214), it is bigger than almost all of them (5,924 ft² against a typical 1,814 ft²), its lot is bigger than 32% of them (2.29 ac against a typical 3.64 ac) and it is newer than 28% of them (1890 against a typical 1968). Measured against all of Worcester County, it is worth more than 54% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 5 Common St, Petersham, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5 Common St, Petersham, MA was $7,020. The county assessed it at $484,500.

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